living legend

noun

: a person who is famous while still living for doing something extremely well

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The event is open to the public, completely free and a rare chance to meet a living legend. Karri Peifer, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025 This season could be a history-making thriller — with the potential to elevate a living legend or crown a new champion. Sahil Kapur, NBC News, 14 Mar. 2025 Between Vonn, a living legend; 29-year-old Breezy Johnson, who took gold in the downhill at February’s alpine skiing world championships; and rising star Macuga, there’s a lot to love in the speed department on the U.S. Ski Team. Michelle Bruton, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 But while the living legend basked in being honored, fans couldn’t help but notice the presence of Anderson .Paak by her side. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for living legend

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“Living legend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/living%20legend. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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